University of Zaragoza, Zaragoza

Name: University of Zaragoza
Address: Pedro Cerbuna 12, Zaragoza, Spain

#34 among attractions in Zaragoza

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The University of Zaragoza, sometimes referred to as Saragossa University is a public university with teaching campuses and research centres spread over the three provinces of Aragon, Spain. Founded in 1542, it is one of the oldest universities in Spain, with a history dating back to the Roman period. Prime Ministers Pascual Madoz, Manuel Azaña, Salustiano de Olózaga and Eusebio Bardají, the Nobel Prize laureate and father of modern neuroscience Santiago Ramón y Cajal, the catholic saint Josemaría Escrivá and the Cuban national hero Jose Marti studied at this University. ()

Local name: Universidad de Zaragoza Established: 1542 (482 years ago)Coordinates: 41°38'30"N, 0°53'58"W

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Pedro Cerbuna 12RomaredaZaragoza Spain

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University of Zaragoza – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Aljafería, Museum, Plaza de Toros de Zaragoza, Monument to Agustina de Aragón.

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Medieval Islamic palace/Parliament seat
Aljafería, Zaragoza
26 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Zaragoza, Spain, the Aljafería Palace stands as a testament to the rich tapestry of cultural influences that have shaped the region. This fortified medieval Islamic palace, a museum that beckons history enthusiasts and casual visitors alike...
1.2 miNE
Museum
Museum, Zaragoza
30 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Zaragoza, Spain, the Museo de Zaragoza stands as a cultural beacon, inviting visitors to explore the rich tapestry of Aragonese and Spanish history. This museum, a repository of art and heritage, offers a comprehensive journey through time...
1 miNE
Arenas and stadiums, Historical place, Sport venue
Plaza de Toros de Zaragoza, Zaragoza
25 min walk • The Plaza de Toros de Zaragoza, also known as the Misericordia bullring, stands as an emblematic sport venue in the city of Zaragoza, Spain. Constructed in 1764, it is one of the oldest bullrings in Spain, showcasing the historical significance of bullfighting in...
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Monuments and statues
Monument to Agustina de Aragón, Zaragoza
27 min walk • The Monument to Agustina de Aragón stands as a proud testament to the bravery and heroism of a remarkable woman during the Peninsular War. Located in the city of Zaragoza, Spain, this monument pays homage to Agustina Zaragoza Doménech, who became an iconic figure of...
1.4 miNE
Museum, Monuments and statues, Entertainment
Museo Goya, Zaragoza
37 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Zaragoza, Spain, the Museo Goya stands as a testament to the artistic legacy of Francisco de Goya, one of the most influential figures in Spanish art history. This museum, dedicated to the Aragonese painter, provides an in-depth look at the...
1 miNE
Church, Baroque architecture
Church of Santa Engracia de Zaragoza, Zaragoza
26 min walk • The Church of Santa Engracia in Zaragoza is one of the most distinctive places in the city of Zaragoza, located in northeastern Spain. This temple, fitting into the rich history and culture of the Aragon region, is an example of exceptional architecture...
1.3 miNE
Historical place, History museum, Ruins
Roman Theater, Zaragoza
35 min walk • The Roman Theater of Zaragoza is a theater from the Roman era, built in the first half of the 1st century AD, in the Age of Tiberius and Claudius. It had a capacity of 6,000 spectators and followed the model of the Theatre of Marcellus in Rome. It was active until the third century.
1.2 miNE
Church dating from the 13th century
Iglesia de San Pablo, Zaragoza
32 min walk • San Pablo is a church in Zaragoza, Spain. Its original Gothic-Mudéjar building dates to the late 13th/early 14th-century; later it was enlarged and modified several times.
0.6 miS
Park, Playground
Parque Grande José Antonio Labordeta, Zaragoza
16 min walk • José Antonio Labordeta Grande Park is a park in the city of Zaragoza inaugurated in 1929 and located in the Universidad district. Since its inauguration and for 81 years it was officially called Primo de Rivera park and popularly as Grande park...
1.3 miNE
Church, Architecture, Romanesque architecture
San Gil Abad, Zaragoza
33 min walk • San Gil Abad is a church in Zaragoza, Spain.
0.8 miNE
City gate
Puerta del Carmen, Zaragoza
22 min walk • The Gate of Carmen is a gate located in Zaragoza, Spain. It was declared Bien de Interés Cultural in 1908.

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Which popular attractions are close to University of Zaragoza?

Nearby attractions include Parque Grande José Antonio Labordeta, Zaragoza (16 min walk), Galería Antonia Puyó, Zaragoza (18 min walk), University of Zaragoza Library, Zaragoza (21 min walk), CaixaForum Zaragoza, Zaragoza (21 min walk).

How to get to University of Zaragoza by public transport?

The nearest stations to University of Zaragoza:

Bus

Corona de Aragón 33 • Lines: 24 (5 min walk)
Avda. San Juan Bosco 7 • Lines: 22, 35, 38 (6 min walk)

Tram

Plaza de San Francisco • Lines: L1 (6 min walk)
Emperador Carlos V • Lines: L1 (7 min walk)

Train

Zaragoza-Goya (12 min walk)
Zaragoza-El Portillo (21 min walk)